Hingu
हिङ्गु
Asafoetida · കായം
About
Ferula asafoetida. Resin — premier Vata-anulomana.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | हिङ्गु |
|---|---|
| English | Asafoetida |
| Malayalam | കായം |
| Rasa (taste) | katu |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, snigdha |
| Virya (potency) | ushna |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Bloating, colic, indigestion, parasites.
Found in formulations
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This information is educational and based on classical Ayurvedic texts. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda practitioner before using any herb therapeutically — dosage, anupana (vehicle), and combinations are person-specific.